[Congressional Record Volume 140, Number 86 (Thursday, June 30, 1994)]
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      CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY AND REUNION OF GLADSTONE AREA SCHOOLS

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                            HON. BART STUPAK

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 29, 1994

  Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I would like to bring to the attention of my 
colleagues an anniversary of great significance not only to the 
residents of my district, but to me as well: The centennial anniversary 
and reunion of the Gladstone area schools. I myself was a graduate of 
Gladstone High in 1970, and on this occasion of the 100th graduating 
class it seems most fitting to pay tribute to a community of students, 
educators, and residents who have always excelled in providing a 
quality education to the people of my district.
  Gladstone being my alma mater, I feel strongly about the difficulties 
that often face rural education. With only 7,500 graduates since the 
first class of seniors received their diplomas in 1894, Gladstone has 
learned to hurdle the challenges that often face smaller schools. By 
keeping students motivated and enthusiastic about their studies, extra-
curricular activities, and their community, Gladstone area schools have 
certainly more than compensated for any discrepancy that may exist 
between their program and that of a school with a larger student body. 
The Gladstone program is a testimony to the fact that the key 
ingredients for successful education are motivated teachers, interested 
students, and, above all, a committed community lending its support.
  I offer my most sincere thanks to those who have made Gladstone area 
schools a success both during my high school career and in the times 
before and after. It is my hope that our community understands what a 
wonderful asset a quality school represents, and I wish the Gladstone 
``Braves'' all the best in their next century.

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